Does CBD Make You Better At Sports?

CBD is one of the compounds found in the cannabis plant and one of the main reason behind it being termed as the “magical herb.” The benefits of CBD are no more a secret. It is being widely acclaimed for providing effective treatment to every disease imaginable. CBD has found a new relevance among athletes and top sports association as a vitamin supplementation as well as to deal with physical and mental stress.

Here are a few ways CBD can benefit sportspersons:

1. Relieves InflammationCBD has anti-inflammatory properties that can help deal with inflammation, one of the most common problems found among athletes. Topical application of CBD in the form of CBD creams can be extremely effective in treating inflammation without evident side-effects.2. Relieves PainCBD works as an effective painkiller and can help athletes deal with game pain like muscle cramps and joint pain. Cannabinoids are known to have antispasmodic properties and can help to relax the strained muscle. The right CBD dose for pain can be a natural and safer alternative to opioids and prescription painkillers. 3. Reduce Stress and AnxietyPrior-game nervousness and stress can have a negative impact on an athlete’s performance. Performance anxiety is common among many athletes. CBD works as an anxiolytic and relaxant to calm one’s body and mind. 4. Decrease NauseaCBD has antiemetic effects that can help athletes with nausea prior, as well as, after exercising or playing. In fact, studies have found the effects of cannabis to treat these symptoms is even more potent than many modern medicines. By interacting with multiple biological processes, cannabis may be the key for those experiencing such symptoms. 5. Faster RecoveryDue to its healing properties, CBD can provide a natural remedy at a faster recovery time. It also seems to create the ability to seek a more normal “homeostasis,” which is the body’s state of equilibrium. In fact, it can also be used to calm down the athlete and stabilise nerves as well as breathing. Cannabis is known to improve the respiratory system on the whole.

6. Aids Weight Management

According to marijuana doctors, CBD can aid weight management as it is known to stimulate appetite. Apart from CBD oil, cannabis seeds like Northern Lights are used by athletes as they generally require a proper diet as they’re subject to intense physical workout. Cannabis can increase the levels of two key hunger-regulating hormones- ghrelin and leptin, which can help athletes meet their physical requirements in the field.7. Healthy Heart and BrainCBD is shown to activate the adenosine receptor which plays a big role in cardiovascular blood flow and function.The availability of medical marijuana in Tampa is highly popular. According to a study on patients with traumatic brain injury, CBD can help with head injuries and regulate brain functioning. In fact, the short-term neuroprotective effects of CBD could serve a viable purpose of treating sports concussions. For a sport like football, where permanent brain damage is now a common side effect of the game, CBD could be a lifesaver. The Popularity of Cannabis Among Athletes

Owing to its undeniable health benefits, many athletes have shown interest as well actively supported the use of medical marijuana in sports. In March 2016, Eugene Monroe became the first active NFL player to advocate for cannabis use. Shortly after, Derrick Morgan became the second active player to join a push for CBD research for NFL players. They have come forth and joined the campaign for the CBD research program for retired players, “When the Bright Light Fades” in an effort to raise at least $100,000 to fund initial studies of CBD. Cliff Robinson, a retired NBA player, is making a name for himself in the cannabis industry as the brand ambassador of a Portland-based company, Pistil Point Cannabis. He has recently launched his own line of sports cannabis products called “Uncle Cliffy.”Companies like Earth Science Tech, Inc and High-Performance Beverage Company have successfully produced and sold cannabis products specifically meant for sportspersons. Treyous Jarrells, a former running back for Colorado State, serves as a consultant for Green Roads Athletics, which has become the first CBD based company to openly enter the professional sports realm. They are now the official alternative nutrition provider for the NAPB (the North American Premier Basketball League). With this, NAPB became the became the first American professional sports league to allow players to use CBD products to medicate.Given the increasing growth in the Cannabis industry more and more companies are entering the ‘CBD for athletes’ marketplace and now have legal marijuana dispensary for general population as well. With the extensive injuries and troubles faced by sports persons, the benefits of CBD could be life-changing.

The research on CBD has been never-ending. Extensive studies and research is being carried out to prove it’s benefits and effects for its legalization. If legalized, CBD products could be the point of change; a change that is long overdue.

Jessica K

Cannabis Culture Writer

Jessica is an avid reader who enjoys getting lost in the world of books. Holding on to her passion for fitness, she is also curious about unconventional medicine. She is intrigued by various discoveries in the field of Marijuana and loves reading the latest researches in the field of Cannabis.

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